Psychiatrist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• M.D. licensed in State of Connecticut to provide psychiatric services.
• Must be Board certified or eligible.
• Must be CPR certified.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience working with assigned population. Experience may include internship/residency/fellowship.
• Knowledge and competency regarding diagnosis, assessment and treatment of behavioral health services.
• Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal.
• Ability to generate high levels of client satisfaction.
• Ability to work with interdisciplinary team.
• Must demonstrate age specific/population specific competencies in area(s) of practice.
• Knowledge and skills related to individual, group and family system dynamics.
• Must demonstrate cultural competence.

Nice To Haves

• Sign on Bonus for Bilingual candidates

Responsibilities

• Reviews clinical aspects of ongoing Behavioral Health programs working cooperatively with the Medical Director.
• Maintains and provides a model for psychiatric standards of practice and quality of care.
• Reviews treatment plans and treatment plan reviews for appropriate/effective quality care.
• Performs evaluations, crisis intervention, individual, group, family therapy and/or medication management as needed to meet the needs of client population and the clinic. Utilizes a range of clinical interventions appropriate to the population while maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
• Assists with emergencies to protect the safety of the client and the safety of the staff.
• Appropriately documents all clinical and administrative work.
• Meets productivity standards.
• Evaluates data relating to the bio-psychosocial consequences of physical and emotional illness, disability and/or substance abuse.
• Telephones/pages/emails accessibility as needed. Covers for colleagues as needed.
• Responsible for supervising APRN’s/clinical staff assigned by Medical Director.
• Participates in team meetings and consultations as directed by the Medical Director and/or Program Director.
• Provides education and consultation to staff regarding psychopharmacology, psychiatric assessment, special populations and other relevant topics as appropriate.
• Establishes and maintains good relationships with clinic staff, other HHC departments, medical staff, and community agencies.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Demonstrates competency in standards of psychiatric care.
• Conscientious work ethic, professionalism and accountability.
• Provides assistance during periods of agency need and accept new assignments.
• Participates in Peer Review.

Benefits

• Above market and competitive salaries
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• 1 week of CME time each year
• License reimbursement
• HRSA and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Generous paid time off
• COBRA Reimbursement
• 401(k) with match up to 5 percent
• Sign on Bonus for Bilingual candidates
• Liability Insurance
• We are an approved HRSA loan repayment agency including newly expanded federal substance repayment program.
• We provide continued education credits to advance learning opportunities and maintain your professional license.
• Sign on Bonus